The Fontanas are a London-based funk and soul collective celebrated for their lively fusion of Latin, Brazilian, and Afro-funk influences. The group brings together a flexible cast of musicians — brass, percussion, keys, guitar, bass and more — unified by a mission to deliver joyous, dance-driven music that channels both vintage grooves and contemporary energy.

Their debut album, Purple Patch, released in 2015, introduced their signature sound: tight funk rhythms imbued with Brazilian percussion and brass, producing short, punchy tracks that feel like a “carnival come early.” The album was recorded in a storied studio once owned by a rock legend, giving it a blend of vintage warmth and modern polish.

In 2021, The Fontanas returned with their sophomore full-length record, The Luxury Of Time — an album born out of the slow-down of lockdown, reflecting both introspection and celebratory energy. The record spans soulful male and female vocals, Latin-inflected…